Whenever a male peacock fans his tail, he shakes it at a rate of 26 times a second, creating a pressure-wave that literally rattles the female’s head for attention. A version of this story ran ...

Most pet owners either buy the peafowl (male peacocks), peahens (female peacocks) when they are young or raise them from eggs, which is most likely the origins of the peacocks spotted in urban areas.

Female Peacock Spiders Underwhelmed By Disco-Dancing Suitors. Male spiders use complex movement, vibrations, and color to win the ladies over, a new study confirms.

The peacock, with its radiant and shimmering plumage, stands as a living work of art in the natural world. Its vibrant blue, green, and gold feathers shine like precious gems, captivating all who ...

Tale of the Peacock: At a singles cocktail party, the ending is often predictable. A female may choose a male from several because he is attractive.